AARDA to host annual conference in Edmonton this fall
By Mike Pickford Edmonton, Alberta – July 27, 2017 — The Alberta Automotive Recyclers and Dismantlers Association (AARDA) will host its annual convention in Edmonton this fall. Taking place at the Fantasy Land Hotel at the West Edmonton Mall on September 23 and 24, this year’s theme will focus on ‘Thriving Despite a Tough Economy’ […]
SARA, AARDA announce May conference lineup
Canmore, Alberta — March 24, 2015 — Automotive recyclers from provincial associations in Saskatchewan and Alberta have announced the details of their upcoming joint meeting. The Saskatchewan Auto Recyclers Association (SARA) and the Alberta Automotive Recyclers and Dismantlers Association (AARDA) will be hosting a unique conference experience for members, associate members, suppliers and friends on May […]
Could hygiene be holding you back?
By Ian Hope I often raise the question at training programs what is the one thing that you are most reluctant, and will often avoid bringing up with an employee or team member? More than 90 percent of the time the answer is bad hygiene. Too bad that they are so reluctant to address hygiene issues […]
Making a Difference: A concise guide to making the world a better place
By Ian Hope Ralph Waldo Emerson was an American philosopher, lecturer, essayist and poet who lived from 1803-1882. One of the most often quoted speakers and writers of all time, he described success this way: “To appreciate beauty, to find the best in others, to leave the world a bit better, whether by […]
Making a Difference: A concise guide to making the world a better place
By Ian Hope Ralph Waldo Emerson was an American philosopher, lecturer, essayist and poet who lived from 1803-1882. One of the most often quoted speakers and writers of all time, he described success this way: “To appreciate beauty, to find the best in others, to leave the world a bit better, whether by […]
There’s nothing wrong with having fun at work
Welcome to the latest installment of “Investing in Staff Skills” a new regular feature in the CAR e-zine. The author, Ian Hope, is the Executive Director of the Alberta Automotive Recyclers and Dismantlers Association and in addition maintains a professional practice training others on highly valued people skills. He provides articles on topics that will […]
Your Attitude: Propeller or Anchor?
Welcome to the second installment of “Investing in Staff Skills” a new regular feature in the CAR e-zine. The author, Ian Hope, is the Executive Director of the Alberta Automotive Recyclers and Dismantlers Association and in addition maintains a professional practice training others on highly valued people skills. He provides articles on topics that will […]